Which LUX* Resort in Mauritius Should You Choose? Complete 2026 Guide

LUX* runs four resorts in Mauritius, one on each coast. Each one earned a Forbes Travel Guide Star Award in 2025, and all four sit among the island's best-reviewed hotels on TripAdvisor. However, "best overall" isn't really the right question. The better question is which one fits you. Here's a direct answer, based on real TripAdvisor rankings, guest reviews, and pricing for each property.

Quick Answer: The Decision Table

If You Want... Choose
Best honeymoon or proposal settingLUX* Le Morne
Best all-round beach and dining sceneLUX* Belle Mare
Best nightlife and restaurants without leaving the resortLUX* Grand Baie
Best adults-only privacy inside a family resortLUX* Grand Gaube
Best fit for families with young childrenLUX* Belle Mare
Best value for the priceLUX* Grand Gaube, per TripAdvisor's own guest-sentiment summary

LUX* Le Morne - Best for Honeymoons and Quiet

LUX* Le Morne sits at the foot of Le Morne Brabant, a 556-metre UNESCO World Heritage mountain on the island's south-west coast. It ranks #23 of 202 hotels in Mauritius on TripAdvisor, rated 4 out of 5 from roughly 9,200 reviews. Prices typically run from $240 to $630 or more per night, depending on room type and season. LUX* itself markets this resort specifically for honeymoons, and reviewers consistently confirm it: guests repeatedly describe romantic dinners on the beach, honeymoon suite upgrades, and even weddings held on-site. On the other hand, some reviewers flag pricier food and drinks and a fairly small cocktail list, and the resort enforces a strict dress code at dinner: no swimwear, and men need long trousers or tailored shorts after 6:30pm.

Choose if:

  • You want dramatic scenery and sunset views
  • You're planning a honeymoon or proposal
  • You prefer a quieter pace over resort-wide activity

Avoid if:

  • You want to walk to restaurants outside the resort
  • You're on a tight food and drinks budget
  • A relaxed dress code at dinner matters to you

LUX* Belle Mare - Best for Families and Beach Time

LUX* Belle Mare is the original LUX* resort and remains the brand's flagship family property. It ranks #15 of 201 hotels in Mauritius, the highest TripAdvisor position of the four, with around 10,600 reviews at 4 out of 5. Prices typically start around $220 to $500 per night, though some suites run well over $1,000 in peak season. Guests consistently praise the beach, the dining variety across venues like Beach Rouge and Duck Laundry, and the staff by name in review after review. Importantly, the resort also runs dedicated adults-only zones near the main pool, beach, and spa, so parents get a genuine break too. The most common caution: few dining options exist within walking distance for guests without a car, and one reviewer specifically flagged a high room-service surcharge.

Choose if:

  • You're travelling with children
  • A strong, varied dining scene matters to you
  • You still want adults-only time built into a family stay

Avoid if:

  • You want to explore restaurants outside the resort without a car
  • You plan to rely heavily on room service

LUX* Grand Baie - Best for Nightlife and Dining

LUX* Grand Baie opened in 2021 in the heart of Grand Baie's holiday-town buzz, and it ranks #21 of 202 hotels in Mauritius, rated 4 out of 5. Its review count, around 1,270, is far smaller than the other three simply because it's newer. Prices typically range from $155 to $570 or more per night. Its dining scene stands out clearly: Ai KISU serves Japanese cuisine over traditional Warayaki grills, and Bisou, the resort's rooftop restaurant and infinity pool, is what it calls "the island's most coveted rooftop." However, TripAdvisor's own guest-sentiment summary notes that some travellers question the value here, citing high prices and occasional service hiccups, and certain room placements draw more complaints than others.

Choose if:

  • You want to stay close to Grand Baie's restaurants and nightlife
  • A standout, design-forward dining scene matters most
  • You want a rooftop bar and infinity pool on-site

Avoid if:

  • You're prioritising value over atmosphere
  • You want the most established, highest-reviewed of the four

LUX* Grand Gaube - Best for Value and Adult-Only Privacy

LUX* Grand Gaube, named the world's "Most Instagrammable Hotel" by Luxury Travel Advisor in 2023, ranks #24 of 201 hotels in Mauritius, rated 4 out of 5 from around 9,255 reviews. Prices typically run from $210 to $430 or more per night, generally the most affordable of the four. TripAdvisor's guest-sentiment summary specifically calls out this resort for "excellent value and all-inclusive options," alongside consistently praised service. It also holds The Banyan, a separate pool, restaurants, and cove reserved only for adults, a genuine escape within a resort that otherwise welcomes families. On the other hand, some reviewers raise cleanliness concerns in specific rooms, and others note the resort's own beach is smaller and less clear than beaches elsewhere on the island.

Choose if:

  • Value for money matters as much as luxury
  • You want genuine adults-only space inside a family resort
  • Design and photography are part of the appeal

Avoid if:

  • The beach itself is your top priority
  • Spotless housekeeping consistency matters more than atmosphere

Best LUX* Resort for Mauritian Couples

For residents planning a getaway rather than a full honeymoon, LUX* Grand Gaube's value positioning and adults-only Banyan area make it the most practical pick, especially paired with resident rates through Best.mu. LUX* Le Morne remains the stronger choice specifically for an anniversary or proposal, given how consistently reviewers describe it as the resort built for exactly that moment.

Best LUX* Resort for a Day Package

Interestingly, LUX* Grand Gaube already sells its own Day Pass directly, running from 10am to 5pm with a three-course lunch and unlimited drinks included. Its own staff have told guests on TripAdvisor that a day package is the recommended way to sample a sister LUX* property, and they specifically named Tamassa, a resort you can already book through Best.mu, as one of the options. If a full LUX* night stay isn't in the budget right now, that's a real, existing bridge worth knowing about.

Book at Local Rates

None of the four LUX* resorts are yet listed as standing packages on Best.mu, so booking any of them goes through a custom request rather than instant online checkout. Call or WhatsApp 408 57 57, email booking@best.mu, or reach us through our contact page with your preferred resort and dates, and we'll confirm availability and pricing at resident rates directly.

For more on planning a couples' getaway in Mauritius, see our guide to honeymoon hotels for Mauritian couples.